What exactly is the Hispanic Choice Awards (HCA)? HCA is a fun full-day celebration that honors the PA, NJ and DE Latino community! Click here for more details.

What can I expect to see at the Hispanic Choice Awards? A high production show featuring live Latino performers, video presentations, celebrity guests, hosts and the presentation of the awards. Go to our Media Room to see last year's photos and videos.

Is the awards show in English or Spanish? The show is in English but award winners are encouraged to accept their awards in the manner in which they most feel comfortable.

Is the awards show televised? The Hispanic Choice Awards has been broadcast on the CW and CBS Philadelphia affiliates since 2012. In 2013, the special garnered over 28,000 adults 18+ viewers. To see the past shows, commercial-free, visit our VIDEO page.

How long have the awards been around? The first Hispanic Choice Awards took place in 2004 at the Zellerbach Theater at the University of Pennsylvania.

Does HCA collaborate with anyone? Since the first HCA, the producers have made collaboration and partnership a priority. Throughout the year, HCA producers have teamed up with a diverse group of non-profit organizations, schools, universities, local Spanish media, businesses, corporations and the military.

How many people attend HCA? Each year HCA draws over 1,000 people!

When is this year's show? Saturday, October 15, 2016

Where will the show take place? All the events take place on the Avenue of the Arts (South Broad Street) in Philadelphia. The Red Carpet entrance and receptions take place at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel and the Award Show takes place directly across the street at the Merriam Theater.

How and where can I purchase tickets to attend the awards show? Tickets go on sale 90 days before the show and you can purchase tickets via the Kimmel Center Box Office or on our website. Like us on Facebook and stay up to date with any announcements.

How are the winners chosen? Every Spring there is a Call for Nominations on our website when anyone can nominate a person, organization or business in the 6 award categories. Complete nominations are then compiled and reviewed by the HCA Review Committee, comprised of leaders across the region and from diverse industries. Members of the committee rate each nominee on how well they fit award descriptions and the nominee with the highest ratings is then selected as the winner.

Are there any other events or activities on the night of the awards show? Yes. Before the award show begins, people can walk down the very popular Red Carpet. There is also a Pre-Show Reception held at the Double Tree Hotel.

Who attends this event? Over 1,000 professionals across all sectors, representing many organizations, companies and non-profits throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area who wish to connect, network and create strong relationships while enjoying a spectacular production filled with music, culture, celebration and Latino pride. Our guests include include entrepreneurs, educators, company executives, artists, community leaders, students, authors, the media, city officials and anyone who wishes to celebrate the vibrant Latino community and its culture.

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